Queen Elizabeth I reigned for over 45 years (1585 - 1603). She accomplished this feat by making some very important decisions that would change England forever. Many of these decisions created great uproar from the general public; others would leave her with many supporters. <Tab/> <Tab/> Elizabeth's predecessor, Mary I, had married Philip II of Spain before she died. Once Elizabeth came into power Philip asked for her hand in …showed first 75 words of 1228 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1228 total…didn't want Mary Queen of Scots to die. She made many personal sacrifices for the best of the country, and she didn't accumulate a great wealth for her self, but gave some of her money to her country. The English people in general did really like her (although there were always a few people against her). All these facts make me conclude that Elizabeth I was one of the finest monarchs England has ever had.